Certified Medication Aide — Compassionate Patient Care

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to accurately prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per policy and state regulations. The role requires attention to detail and compassion in resident care.

You will work under the charge nurse, monitor for reactions, record vital signs and medication entries, and support routine daily tasks and safety practices within a nursing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of State Approved Medication Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program; good standing in the state registry is required.
• Preferred one year of previous health care experience.
• Working knowledge of Universal Precautions and Blood Borne Pathogen rules.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications per state regulations and company policy.
• Observe and report to the charge nurse any reactions or side-effects to medications.
• Take and record vital signs prior to medication administration when required.
• Document reasons medications are not administered and report to the charge nurse.
• Prepare medications before administration and record in the resident's medication administration record.
• Administer ophthalmic, OTIC, nasal, and vaginal medications as ordered.
• Assist with daily care tasks (bathing, feeding, dressing, mobility) and support overall resident care.
• Maintain cleanliness of the nursing station, medication room, and supply room.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to accurately prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications per policy and state regulations. The role requires attention to detail and compassion in resident care.

You will work under the charge nurse, monitor for reactions, record vital signs and medication entries, and support routine daily tasks and safety practices within a nursing environment.